CANTOR BENTO

Cantor Bento formed in the early 2000s with Bento on vocals and guitar, Juliana on vocals and percussion, and Marcus on bass. They released their first album 'Um Novo Começo' in 2005, followed by 'O Ide de Deus' in 2008, which gave them their most recognizable song. That track became something of an anthem in certain circles, though the group's straightforward blend of acoustic folk and Brazilian rhythms never strayed far from its spiritual themes.

Their later albums included 'Graça e Misericórdia' in 2012 and 'Deus é Fiel' in 2017. The music maintained its focus on faith and hope, built around vocal harmonies and melodic arrangements. While their popularity grew, some listeners questioned the line between artistic expression and proselytizing, though the band continued performing and releasing material into the late 2010s.